1987 Audi Coupe vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 370 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Coupe | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2475 mm |
